iGCSE ICT - Impact of the Internet

How do businesses send documents most often?

• Post

• Email

• Fax

Which of these technologies has made it possible for more employees to work from home?

• Computer games

• Virtual Memory

• Viruses

• Video conferencing

Why do some shops only have a website and not a high street store?

• No staff are needed.

• Delivering goods is free.

• It keeps costs down.

• It's easier

Which of these would be a good reason to buy goods online?

• You get to use a credit or debit card to pay.

• No need to travel or queue.

• You can physically inspect the items before buying.

• You get things first

Which of these is a disadvantage of buying goods online?

• Goods might not arrive in time.

• It is harder to compare prices.

• There is less choice.

• You have to type a password

Why is it useful for companies to give loyalty cards to customers?

• So they can track how customers travel to their stores.

• So they can track what shopping habits their customers have.

• So they can gain access to their customers' credit card details.

• So they can blackmail them their stuff

Which statement describes streaming movies?

• Instead of downloading the movie, you go to a shop and rent a DVD.

• Instead of buying the movie, you pay to download and access it for a set period of time.

• Instead of renting a movie, you download a file and keep it forever.

What is the law that prevents people from copying movies?

• Computer Misuse Act

• Data Protection Act

• The Copyright, Designs and Patents Act

Why is old computer equipment a problem for businesses?

• Criminals often try to steal old computer equipment.

• The law states that companies must recycle old ICT equipment and this costs money.

• The law states you cannot get rid of a computer just because it is old.

Which of these does an employer not have to provide if you are going to use a computer at work?

• Regular eye tests

• Adjustable chairs

• Mouse mats